Song Introduction
"9 bitches" is a hard-hitting diss track by Atlanta rapper Ken Carson featuring ApolloRed1, taken from the mixtape Cartunez, released on July 31, 2026. The track serves as a direct attack on Athens, Georgia rapper Nine Vicious (born Trevon Deronta O'Ryan Echols, July 15, 2002), a former YSL Records affiliate who has built a name for himself in the underground rage and trap scene with projects like Tumblr Music, For Nothing, and Emotions.
Produced with the signature chaotic energy that defines Ken Carson's Opium-affiliated sound, "9 bitches" wastes no time getting to its point. From the opening tag referencing Homixide, Young Vamp Life, and 808 Mafia production, the song establishes itself as a declaration of war. Ken Carson and ApolloRed1 trade verses packed with threats, name-calls, and street-level intimidation, making this one of the most confrontational moments on the Cartunez project.
Lyrics
[Intro: Ken Carson]
(8-808)
Homixide shit, 5 shit, YVL shit, Young Vamp shit, all that
[Chorus: Ken Carson]
And I got nine bitches
Nigga talk down on the O, we gon' put nine stitches
ARP on me bold, I've been ridin' with it
Pussy bitch, know you a ho, Nine Vicious
Who gon' slime this? I'm ready to slime somethin'
This bitch a fine bum, I wouldn't give this ho a crumb
I'm at your mammy house, these niggas lackin'
You can ask your ho about me, she already know what's brackin'
[Verse 1: Ken Carson]
Boy, you sugar sweet, honey tea
Pop it on the internet, we gon' leave that boy on the concrete
Gon' pull up by myself, these niggas be four deep
My racks way taller than y'all, these niggas be four feet
Bro ain't even tote no 9's
FN, Five-seveN, you can't slime a slime
And that white bitch you got, yeah, got a Megamind
She got a stupid head, done left her face red
I'm at your mama house like Tezzus said
[Verse 2: ApolloRed1]
I'm in a Benz slidin' with it
Catch him on a jet, he dyin', nigga (Haha)
If you protect that bitch, when I see that bitch, I'ma hit that bitch with that drum (Drum)
And your ho really wanna be YVL, tell that ho come with us
You can call Marlon Wayans, tell him that that nigga that his daughter with might be sus
I got the stick in the back, nigga, trust
Y'all lil' niggas ain't fuckin' with us
And I have sticks when I'm taking the bus (Ye-yeah)
Finna call Lola and take her to brunch (Yeah)
I got my twin, fuckin' black truck, he left his keys on the seat
Osama had got through the gate, he was all at your spot, you better be quick on your feet (Say that)
Fuck a FN (Say, Red), huh, Gen5, Gen5, stick (Gen5, yeah)
Fu-fuck a FN, huh, double-O, YVL business
Opm Babi, he up M's, you can go 'head and keep that shit (Gon' 'head keep it)
Ain't nobody rat, pussy, so you better back up, 'fore you get hit with this switch (On God)
Huh, you ain't nothin', got a FN, nigga, for nothin' (Yeah, yeah)
Huh, huh, you ain't nothin', got a FN, nigga, for nothin' (Pussy-ass nigga)
See a FN, nigga, bust a FN (Haha, ooh)
He get back, hop out, hit
I'm in the back, I'm off Tris
I'm from the West, still in the 6
[Chorus: Ken Carson]
And I got nine bitches
Nigga talk down on the O, we gon' put nine stitches
ARP on me bold, I've been ridin' with it
Pussy bitch, know you a ho, Nine Vicious
Who gon' slime this? I'm ready to slime somethin'
This bitch a fine bum, I wouldn't give this ho a crumb
I'm at your mammy house, these niggas lackin'
You can ask your ho about me, she already know what's brackin'
Lyrics Meaning
The title "9 bitches" is a clear play on Nine Vicious's stage name, reducing him to nothing more than one of nine women under Carson's control — a classic diss tactic meant to strip an opponent of their masculine credibility. The song operates on multiple levels: personal attacks, street threats, and territorial claims.
Chorus Analysis:
Ken Carson opens the chorus with a direct name-drop: "Pussy bitch, know you a ho, Nine Vicious." The wordplay is immediate — "nine bitches" refers both to the target and to Carson's supposed abundance of women. The line "Nigga talk down on the O, we gon' put nine stitches" connects disrespect toward the Opium collective with physical violence, suggesting that any criticism of Carson's camp will result in literal wounds. The ARP (a high-powered rifle) reference reinforces that this is not just internet posturing but a claim of real street presence. The phrase "she already know what's brackin'" implies that even Nine Vicious's own partner is familiar with Carson's reputation, adding a layer of personal humiliation.
Verse 1 (Ken Carson):
Carson's first verse is a masterclass in belittlement. He calls Nine Vicious "sugar sweet, honey tea" — soft, feminine, and harmless. The threat "we gon' leave that boy on the concrete" escalates the conflict from words to potential violence. Carson emphasizes his financial and physical dominance: his money stacks are taller than his opponents, who he claims are only "four feet" tall in stature and courage. The mention of "FN, Five-seveN" references specific firearms, and the line "you can't slime a slime" suggests that Nine Vicious lacks the authenticity or capability to compete in the same criminal lane. The "Megamind" reference mocks Nine Vicious's girlfriend's intelligence, while the closing line "I'm at your mama house like Tezzus said" invokes a specific threat or inside reference that hits close to home — literally.
Verse 2 (ApolloRed1):
ApolloRed1 picks up the energy with even more specific threats. "Catch him on a jet, he dyin', nigga" suggests that nowhere is safe — not even luxury travel. The "drum" reference points to a drum magazine on a rifle, capable of holding dozens of rounds, emphasizing overwhelming firepower. The bizarre line about "Marlon Wayans" and his daughter seems to reference a rumor or inside joke about Nine Vicious's relationship, painting him as suspicious or untrustworthy.
ApolloRed1 continues with lifestyle flexes mixed with violence: "I have sticks when I'm taking the bus" shows that even in mundane situations, he is armed and dangerous. The mention of "Osama had got through the gate" implies that Carson's crew has already breached Nine Vicious's security, and the warning "you better be quick on your feet" is literal — run or get caught. The repeated dismissal of the FN pistol ("Fuck a FN") in favor of a Gen5 Glock with a switch (an illegal modification making a handgun fully automatic) demonstrates a preference for superior, deadlier weaponry. The verse ends with a territorial claim: "I'm from the West, still in the 6" — ApolloRed1 reps his origins while maintaining presence in Atlanta (the "6"), showing that this beef spans regions.
Conclusion
"9 bitches" stands as one of the most aggressive diss tracks to emerge from the 2026 underground rap scene. Released as part of the Cartunez mixtape, the song showcases Ken Carson at his most combative, refusing to let subliminal shots slide and instead opting for a full-frontal assault on Nine Vicious's credibility, masculinity, and street reputation.
What makes the track particularly effective is the chemistry between Carson and ApolloRed1. While Carson handles the hook and opening verse with his signature deadpan menace, ApolloRed1 brings a frantic, almost breathless energy to the second verse that raises the stakes. The production, tagged with 808 Mafia's signature sound, provides the perfect backdrop — dark, distorted, and relentless.
Whether this diss track will escalate the beef between the Opium-affiliated camp and Nine Vicious remains to be seen. Nine Vicious, who has faced controversies before — including public altercations and concert incidents — has shown he is not afraid to respond. But with Cartunez dropping hot on the heels of Xperiment, Ken Carson is making it clear that he is not just a chart-topping artist; he is willing to engage in the raw, unfiltered warfare that has always been part of hip-hop's DNA. "9 bitches" is not just a song — it is a warning shot, loud and unmistakable.
